Chapter 4: Installing the Tiller Pilot | 47 |
•The tiller pilot requires its own dedicated power supply – it cannot source its power from SeaTalk.
•Power should be taken directly from the boat’s central distribution panel and protected with a 12 A fuse or equivalent circuit breaker.
The following table shows the minimum cable size acceptable for the power supply:
Cable length | Copper area | AWG |
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Up to 2.5 m (8 ft) | 1.5 mm2 | 16 |
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Up to 4 m (13 ft) | 2.5 mm2 | 14 |
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IMPORTANT:
Correct power cable size is critical for correct autopilot operation. If in doubt, use a heavier gauge cable than specified. A lighter gauge cable might cause a voltage drop between the supply and the autopilot. This will reduce the power at the tiller.
SeaTalk cabling
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12 A fuse | Supply (+12 V DC) | Screen (SeaTalk 0 V) |
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| Red (SeaTalk 12 V) |
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CAUTION: |
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5 A fuse (or equivalent circuit breaker) fitted as close to the tiller | Pilot | ||
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